New Ocean Fish Bar
Inspection Scores
Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
New Ocean Fish Bar is a takeaway/sandwich shop located at 190 High Street, London Colney, Hertfordshire, AL2 1JQ, in the St Albans City local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 10 July 2025, it received a food hygiene rating of 2 (Improvement Necessary). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 10 — good), structural compliance (scored 15 — generally satisfactory), and confidence in management (scored 10 — good). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. St Albans City oversees 1,138 registered food businesses, of which 86% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in St Albans City is 4.7 out of 5. As a takeaway or sandwich shop, this business is assessed on food preparation practices, packaging hygiene, temperature control during storage and delivery, and the cleanliness of preparation areas. Food businesses in the UK are inspected by local authority environmental health officers. The frequency of inspections depends on the risk category — higher-risk businesses are inspected more frequently, typically every 6 to 12 months, while lower-risk establishments may be inspected every 2 to 3 years. Businesses that are not satisfied with their rating can request a re-inspection from their local authority or apply for a right to reply, which is published alongside the rating on the FSA website.
Details
- Business Type
- Takeaway/sandwich shop
- Address
- 190 High Street, London Colney, Hertfordshire
- Postcode
- AL2 1JQ
- Local Authority
- St Albans City
- Scheme Type
- FHRS
- FHRS Business ID
- 1715774
Location
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of New Ocean Fish Bar?
New Ocean Fish Bar has a food hygiene rating of 2 out of 5, as assessed by St Albans City.
What does a food hygiene rating of 2 mean for a takeaway/sandwich shop?
A rating of 2 means improvement is necessary. Inspectors found issues with food handling, the condition of the premises, or the management of food safety that need to be addressed to bring the business up to an acceptable standard.
When was New Ocean Fish Bar last inspected?
New Ocean Fish Bar was last inspected on 2025-07-10. Food businesses in the UK are typically re-inspected every 6 months to 3 years, depending on their risk category and previous rating.
How can New Ocean Fish Bar improve its rating?
Businesses can improve their food hygiene rating by addressing the issues identified in their inspection report. Common areas for improvement include better temperature control, improved cleaning schedules, and stronger documentation of food safety procedures. Businesses can request a re-inspection from their local authority once improvements have been made, or apply for a right to reply.
Where is New Ocean Fish Bar located?
New Ocean Fish Bar is located at 190 High Street, London Colney, Hertfordshire , AL2 1JQ, in the St Albans City local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the AL2 postcode area.